The National Credit Union Association (NCUA) detailed that credit unions reported more than 1,000 cyber incidents in 2024. Credit unions being part of the financial sector makes them a target for cybercriminals. The data they store from customers can be very profitable for hackers, so credit union cybersecurity and IT are more important than ever. […]
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Is free antivirus enough? Many small businesses think so, and that’s often all they have in terms of security for their online environment. Free antivirus protection feels safe, until it doesn’t. In general, if it’s free, then you are the product. So, in this blog, we’ll go over the free antivirus risks with a real-world
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Why should I wear a seatbelt if I have never been in an accident? Many business leaders think about business cybersecurity protection the same way. The reality is that accidents happen before you know it, both on the road and in the digital world. Business cybersecurity protection is like a seatbelt for your company’s online
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85% of small business owners believe their company is safe from hackers, malware, or a data breach. But the numbers and statistics say a major incident is likely to occur. 46% of all cyber breaches affected businesses with fewer than 1,000 employees. A strong cybersecurity strategy can’t be achieved with just tools or insurance. So,
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Phishing scams are the most common form of cyberattack by far, with an estimated 3.4 billion phishing emails sent daily. What’s surprising is that is only 1.2% of emails sent across the Internet. Nowadays, hackers are experimenting with phishing beyond the email inbox, such as with social media phishing. So, in this blog, we’ll discuss
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Researchers have discovered what they say is the “first known AI-powered ransomware.” They say the malware isn’t fully functional yet. So, what does this mean for the future of ransomware and AI cyberattacks? That’s exactly what we’ll discuss in this blog. AI-powered ransomware is no longer theoretical; it could become a problem any day now.
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Being on trusted platforms could potentially expose you to malicious ads that install malware, steal data, or trick you into handing over sensitive information. We think just because content is on a trusted platform that is well known, it’s safe. Yet even these platforms can harbor malicious ads. So today, we’ll go over how ads
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60% of small businesses are concerned about cybersecurity threats. It’s not surprising that small businesses are concerned, but most of them have limited resources and often go for low-cost cybersecurity solutions. While that could work for some businesses, they often don’t realize the hidden costs associated with these low-budget cybersecurity solutions and the cheap IT
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Imagine walking into an emergency room with what feels like a heart attack. The sign in the hospital reads, “We guarantee to see you in 4 hours!” After you check in, you watch as someone with a paper cut and other less serious conditions is seen before you. I would be furious. I imagine you
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In the first five weeks of 2025, U.S. ransomware attacks increased 149% year over year. These attacks have been made easier than ever to launch by less-skilled individuals. This is due to them using ransomware as a service (RaaS) kits. In this blog, we’ll break down what ransomware as a service is, why it’s dangerous,
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